Quality Technologist

Reed Specialist Recruitment Ltd.; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supplier in the food ingredients industry is seeking a Quality Technologist to ensure compliance with quality standards and manage supplier relationships. This full-time position offers a hybrid work model with development opportunities, a Health Cash Plan, and other benefits. The successful candidate will excel in technical aspects of quality management and demonstrate a solid foundation in food safety regulations.

Benefits

Personal growth opportunities

Health Cash Plan

Subsidised gym membership

Discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of HACCP, BRC Food standards.
• Knowledge of FAMI-QS, Organic/BIO, Kosher, and IFS Logistics.
• Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Renew audit documentation and approve new suppliers.
• Respond to quality and safety technical queries.
• Participate in HACCP meetings for continuous improvement.

Skills

Quality requirements in the food industry

HACCP

Auditing

Technical query resolution

Inventory review

Project management

Education

3+ years in quality, technical, or R&D role

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

QADEX

Hamilton Grant

Job description

Job Title: Quality Technologist (Full-time, Permanent)

Location: Hybrid - 2 office days in Central London

About the Company: Our client is a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions for the food, beverage, and nutrition industries. With strategic stocks in over 35 centers worldwide, they ensure continuity of supply and have liquid and dry premix manufacturing facilities in the UK, China, and the USA. Their business is underpinned by over 40 years of experience in ingredient sourcing and distribution, servicing customers with global inventories, market expertise, and leading positions in Vitamins, Amino Acids, Sweeteners, Preservatives, Proteins, Aroma Chemicals, and more.

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

• Supplier Monitoring: Renew audit pack documentation according to company requirements for food and feed products.
• Supplier Approval: Approve new suppliers and evaluate risk assessments.
• System Navigation: Navigate within internal systems such as FBSS, Docuware, and ADW.
• Approvals: Handle animal feed and organic approvals.
• HACCP Participation: Participate in HACCP meetings.
• Order Approval: Approve toll manufacturing orders and resolve related issues and queries.
• Technical Queries: Respond to technical queries from customers and suppliers related to our ingredients, quality, and food safety.
• Continuous Improvement: Execute and participate in projects for continuous improvement of the Quality Management System.
• Inventory Review: Review blocked inventory.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of quality (technical) requirements and standards in the food industry, including HACCP, BRC Food, or Agents and Brokers.
• Knowledge of FAMI-QS (animal feed), Organic/BIO, Kosher, Halal, IFS Logistics is beneficial.
• Over 3 years of experience in a quality, technical, or R&D role in the food, ingredients, or supplements industry.
• Experience in auditing and resolving non-conformances or complaints.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
• Experience with retail online specification systems such as QADEX, Hamilton Grant, etc.
• Understanding of food legislation and food labeling.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight timelines.

Benefits:

• Personal growth opportunities, including training and development.
• Health Cash Plan.
• Subsidised gym membership.
• Discretionary bonus.

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